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Soldiers found guilty of attacking colleague at military camp
One is set to lose their career, the other is set to lose their rank.
‘Lost control’: Sergeant accused of attacking soldier during exercise
The attack occurred after the soldier insulted a sergeant in late 2023.
Operation to remove fuel from sunken naval vessel set to start in December
The Manawanui sank after running aground on a reef in Samoa last month.
Editorial: Remembering our old soldiers has never been more important
OPINION: Today marks 106 years since the end of World War I.
Kingi Snelgar: The price of citizenship, lest we forget
OPINION: The Māori Battalion's sacrifices were meant to ensure better treatment back home.
'Similar to concussion': New brain injury warning to NZDF troops over explosives
Brain damage links to blast waves prompt a warning to military personnel.
New data suggests doomed Manawanui was delayed a day for last-minute testing
The ship struck a reef and sank off Samoa.
Why Manawanui clean-up will be put on hold
Efforts to recover three containers from the ship were due to start today.
'Recipe for disaster': Can SAS hunt fugitive Tom Phillips - or use 'deadly force'
A military lawyer says the Prime Minister would need to sign-off on a SAS hunt.
Letters: The costly fiasco of GP funding, Samoa deserves Manawanui compo
OPINION: 'General practice is struggling for funding and therefore for staff.'
Sydney judge gives ex-constable community order for stalking
Ex-constable avoids jail, gets 12-month community order for stalking and harassment.
Is the Manawanui leaking? Conflicting reports from NZ and Samoa
The Navy says there are no fuel leaks, Samoan officials says there are.
New SAS documents: Military lifts lid on elite combat unit
New document details NZSAS role with stories of the missions it carries out.
'Top sailor': Ex Gisborne man takes on key role in Royal New Zealand Navy
Ngāti Porou Navy man aims to advocate for sailors and uphold Navy traditions and values
C-130J Hercules welcome ceremony
welcome the first of the C-130J Hercules fleet to arrive at Royal New Zealand Air Force Base Auckland, Whenuapai. Video / Micheal Craig
RSA expels former president for medal cheating
Bruce Blackburn has one month to consider an appeal after Rolleston RSA decision.
'Something to aspire to': Whangārei cadet forces seeking new venue
Due to Nest moving into the facility, the groups are hoping to find new facilities.
'Stolen valour': Former RSA president accused of wearing medals he didn’t earn
The former president was photographed at official events wearing medals he had not earned.
Three men arrested after police officers shot at in Palmerston North
The shots were fired after police spotted a vehicle of interest.
'Elusive' man arrested after armed police, dog squad raid Northland home
The man had several warrants out for his arrest for serious offences.
Whakatāne medic inspired by NZ Army training to become ironman
Private Caroline Paulsen, from Whakatāne. used her army training to become an athlete.
Aussie husband and wife accused of spying for Russia
The Russian-born woman worked in "information systems" for the Army.
Man aiming umbrella at people sparks armed police respond in Queenstown
Police confirmed it was an umbrella, not a firearm.
Calls for new Defence Force planes & Biden faces criticism | Focus Morning Bulletin July 1, 2024
In today’s NZ Herald headlines with Chereè Kinnear, New Zealanders demand new Defence Force planes, a cold blast brings chilly weather predictions & President Biden faces scrutiny.
Serious incident leaves one injured, armed police guard apartment in downtown Auckland
Witnesses say at least 6 police cars have converged in the Auckland CBD.
Sword of Te Arawa hero Haane Manahi returned to his Iwi
Special ceremony marks changes at top of New Zealand Defence Force.